GLP-1 medications have multiple different mechanisms in the body that help with diabetes and weight loss, including: Increasing the amount of insulin made by the pancreas , which helps control blood sugar in patients with diabetes Decreasing the amount of excess sugar made by the pancreas , which helps control blood sugar in patients with diabetes Slowing down digestion from the stomach , which results in feeling full for longer after eating Signaling to your brain that you are full after eating , which helps suppress appetite and control cravings Tirzepatide contains an extra mechanism of action that other GLP-1 medications do not, known as GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) agonism
Its important you pair iron with vitamin C-rich foods, like citrus and bell peppers, because vitamin C is crucial for iron absorption
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Constipation in older adults can also lead to complications such as fecal impaction or bowel obstruction
While on GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy), its best to avoid processed foods, sugary drinks, and greasy or fried meals, as they can worsen side effects like nausea and slow weight loss
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